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Solo and group exercises from author and instructor Michael E. Martin
By James ReelBefore your next recital, include a simplified strategy to tackle those tricky passages
By Louise LeeSometimes a bowed stringed instrument requires a hands-on approach
By Paul SteinCounting, looking ahead, and prioritizing are keys to success
By Robert BatteyMaster your Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart pieces by maximizing your practice time
By Laurel ThomsenLearn to improve bow control, expressiveness, and tone
By Laurel ThomsenLearning the secrets of ‘shadowing’ can help you adjust your role
By Paul SteinDon’t be thrown off by the challenge of fourth, fifth, and sixth positions
By Paul SteinLots of string players talk about practicing more often, but few know how to make it productive
By Robert HowardHow to visually convey your message to your audience
By Katie RobbinsLearn to break it down and boost your sound
By Heather K. ScottUse these simple exercises as a part of your warm-up routine
By Leah HollingsworthHow to create smooth and sustained sounds
By Laurel ThomsenThese audiation drills can help to hone your ability to internalize the score
By Laurel ThomsenLearn these important bowing terms, from arco to tremelo
ByHow to teach students to add lyricism to their playing
By Judith GlydeImproved articulation can help a cellist pump up the volume
By Judith Glyde4 simple exercises that can help you manage speed or maintain consistent tone
By Leah HollingsworthAdd a percussive quality to your bowing toolbox
By Laurel ThomsenWork your shoulder weight to gain speed, accuracy, and power
By Laurel Thomsen